SpaceX's Starship test flight sees booster splashdown while upper stage lands successfully

SpaceX's recent Starship test flight had mixed results. The Super Heavy booster missed its intended landing on the launch tower and instead splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico. However, the Starship upper stage successfully landed in the Indian Ocean. The booster, powered by 33 engines, performed well during launch but faced unfavorable conditions for recovery. SpaceX plans to attempt another ocean landing before trying to catch the spacecraft with the launch tower. The event was attended by President-elect Donald Trump and Elon Musk, highlighting their growing partnership. The Starship rocket system, designed for interplanetary missions, is a key part of SpaceX's goal for human colonization of Mars.